HOLLYWOOD – On Thursday, June 25th one of South Florida’s leading radio station’s, WHQT-FM HOT 105 paid tribute to several Caribbean-American community leaders in South Florida in celebration of Caribbean American Heritage month.
The event was held at the Gulfstream Park & Casino and drew close to 500 people to celebrate the achievements of this year’s honorees.
Reggae performers Tarrus Riley and Kashief Lindo thrilled the crowd. Kashief Lindo performed a moving tribute to Michael Jackson whom he credits as one of his musical influences.
2009 Honorees
• Patricia Chin – VP Records Co-Founder: 30 Years of Music & Entertainment
• The late Rev. Gerard Jean-Juste: Faith Based Initiatives & Political Activism
• WSVN’s Belkys Nerey: Media
• Food for the Poor: Community Organization
• Olympian Ato Boldon: Athletics
• Broward Health’s Pauline Grant: Healthcare
• Fashion Designer Jason Panton: Fashion Design
• DJ Griot: Guinness Extra Stout Best DJ in South Florida
• Recording Artist Tarrus Riley: Reggae Runnin’s Caribbean Heritage Award
• Officer Ian Moffett: Law Enforcement
• Eddie Edwards: Cultural Education
• Suzan McDowell: Entrepreneurship
Photo Gallery
Julian Marley and Jason Panton, Fashion Designer
Ian Moffett and Atty. Marlon Hill (past honoree)
Kashief Lindo, Donna Mairs, Local Sales Manager HOT 105, Willie Lindo sharing a moment
Atty. Karen Andre accepting the award for Rev. Gerard Jean-Juste and Atty. Marlon Hill (past honoree)
DJ Griot – The Guinness Extra Stout Best DJ in South Florida working the turntables
